Jaafar Jackson, Michael Jackson’s nephew is going to be playing him in a biopic about the singer’s life. The project is titled Michael and will be directed by Antoine Fuqua who posted the news on his Instagram. While Graham King is producing it along with John Branca and John McClain who are co-executors of the Michael Jackson estate. The script was written by John Logan.
Michael Jackson had won 13 Grammys and was a star from the time he was a child being in the Jackson 5. He quickly became the biggest pop star in the world before passing away in 2009 at the age of 50 years old. Lionsgate has said that the film will cover all aspects of Michael Jackson’s life. However, it is unclear how much of the many controversies he faced throughout his career will be seen in the film.
Katherine Jackson, mother of Michael Jackson stated that, “Jaafar embodies my son. It’s so wonderful to see him carry on the Jackson legacy of entertainers and performers.”
Meanwhile producer Graham King added, “I met Jaafar over two years ago and was blown away by the way he organically personifies the spirit and personality of Michael, It was something so powerful that even after conducting a worldwide search, it was clear that he is the only person to take on this role. I am beyond thrilled that he has come on board to portray his uncle and cannot wait for the world to see him on the big screen as Michael Jackson.”
The film Michael will start principal photography this year.
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